Ketan Purohit is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 designations and has worked at firms including Charles Schwab, UBS Financial Services, and Chase Investment Services. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Karen Costagliola is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013, with a brief tenure at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2017 to 2018. Outside of her advisory work, she is an independent distributor for Young Living and a consultant for Rodan and Fields, both multi-level marketing companies. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers financial plans based on structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.

Cari Pakula is a financial advisor at Stifel with 30 years of industry experience. She has been with Stifel since 2007 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is based on a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, which uses forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling to inform asset allocation and financial planning analyses.

Noel Irwin is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2001 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

David Shaw is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and 19 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Cetera, Allied Wealth Partners, Edward Jones, and UBS Financial Services. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in fixed insurance sales through outside carriers. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary advice using analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliated municipal advisor.

Kimberly Vazquez is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She previously spent 24 years at Goldman, Sachs & Co. before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2023. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Robert Greco is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 28 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked for Securities America Advisors, Inc. and SECURITIES AMERICA, Inc. for ten years each. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sales and service of insurance products for individuals, families, and businesses. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing various portfolio construction tools and offering access to third-party money managers and wrap programs.

Allan Proske is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 63 designation and has 34 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2013, including First Allied Securities and First Allied Advisory Services. Outside his advisory role, he serves as board president of the nonprofit Family Resources Associates and is involved in multiple coaching and entrepreneurial ventures. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, with access to affiliated and third-party managers across various program platforms.

Nidhi Bhan is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has been affiliated with Bank of America and Merrill since 2006. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Matthew Di Simone is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he held various roles in the hospitality sector and has work experience in education. Equitable Advisors serves individual and institutional clients with financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs, utilizing a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers to deliver customized investment solutions.

Michael Mema is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He previously served as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2019 to 2022. Prior to joining Fidelity, Michael held roles at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, including Vice President, Internal Product Specialist from 2016 to 2019 and Assistant Vice President, Financial Advisor from 2014 to 2016. As a CFP® professional, Michael specializes in providing comprehensive financial guidance to high-net-worth individuals and families. His expertise includes crafting tailored retirement and income plans, implementing strategic investment strategies, analyzing equity compensation, and integrating estate planning considerations for a holistic planning approach. He focuses on building long-term relationships and empowering clients with the tools needed to pursue financial success and peace of mind.

Jonathan Weitzman is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and having two years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Ernst & Young and King Financial Network, where he currently serves as a wealth management advisor. He also holds a board fiduciary position at Fairleigh Dickinson University's Silberman College of Business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Mohammed Korany is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Bank NA and has been employed at McDonald's for over two decades. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by extensive research and analytics.

Sonia Patel is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1999. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as a trustee for a family life insurance trust and is an owner and officer of Xlent Strategies, LLC, a limited liability company involved in bookkeeping. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Christopher Renaud is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals and companies to develop disciplined financial strategies focusing on wealth creation, preservation, and transfer. Christopher specializes in areas including college education planning, corporate benefits, divorce transition planning, defined benefit and contribution plans, legacy and philanthropic planning, portfolio management, and tax minimization. He holds multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Christopher earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Economics from Rutgers University. Christopher resides in Monroe, New Jersey with his wife Heather and their three children: Connor, Cole, and Charlotte. His personal interests include baseball, basketball, bowling, dancing, football, music, painting, racquetball, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Jason Feder is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2008. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Gregory Pomerantsev is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2018, in addition to his role at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, delivering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm integrates institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Steven Barsolona is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Holmdel, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Santander Securities, Santander Bank, PNC Wealth Management, and J.J.B. Hilliard, W.L. Lyons. Barsolona also owns Barsolona Financial, a business entity used for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Robert Hetherington is a financial advisor at Cetera with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked with firms including JPMorgan Securities, LPL Financial, Lincoln Investment, and Capital Analysts. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that combines affiliated and third-party managers across various program structures.

Tristan Manca is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with the firm since 2026 and has no prior industry experience. His background includes various roles outside finance, such as positions in education and local businesses. Equitable Advisors serves individuals ranging from non-high-net-worth to high-net-worth clients, as well as pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing third-party asset managers and endorsed advisory programs.